where to park?

5. Dar Ben Abdallah

Ever wondered how a rich merchant of the Ottoman Empire went about his everyday life? No? Well, after a visit to this fascinating 18th century palace-cum-museum in the medina, you'll wonder why this never crossed your mind.

where to park?

It is possible to find parking a short walk away on L'avenue Ouled Hafouzz.

1. Carthage

Not far outside Tunis lies the ancient city of Carthage. It's mostly ruins there today - the Carthaginians, and their famous general, Hannibal, had a few scrapes with the Romans over the years and they did their best to destroy the place.

how to get there?

Carthage lies in the outskirts of Tunis, so head out of the capital along the coastal Avenue Habib Bourguiba and along the excellent paved roads for about 10 miles until you reach the city of Carthage, which is located on the eastern side of Lake Tunis.

2. Tataouine

This town was the inspiration behind Luke and Anakin Skywalkers's home planet in Star Wars and many of the films' scenes were shot in nearby Matmata. Don't expect to see too many Hutts or Tusken Raiders knocking about though.

how to get there?

Head south east out of Tunis in the direction of Zarzis along the Roman road. After Zarzis head in the direction of Medenine and follow on towards Tataouine.

where to park?

5. Dar Ben Abdallah

Ever wondered how a rich merchant of the Ottoman Empire went about his everyday life? No? Well, after a visit to this fascinating 18th century palace-cum-museum in the medina, you'll wonder why this never crossed your mind.

where to park?

It is possible to find parking a short walk away on L'avenue Ouled Hafouzz.